Vegan Niter Kebbeh (Ethiopian Butter)

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb margarine
• 1/2 lb olive oil
• 1/4 cup onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 4 cardamom seeds, crushed
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 whole cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground fenugreek
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil
• cheesecloth

Directions

1. 1

   1. Chop onions.

2. 2

   2.In a soup pot gradually the heat the oil and margarine to bubbling.

3. 3

   3. When the top is covered with foam add the other ingredients and reduce to simmer for 45 to 60 minutes.

4. 4

   4. Take the pot off the heat, and pour through a cheesecloth into a heat-resistant container. Discard the spices and solids.

5. 5

   5. Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.